Current Opportunities

The following is a list of KCATA’s upcoming bid and proposal opportunities. All dates and times are subject to change and KCATA reserves the right to cancel any solicitation at any time. All public events (bid openings and conferences) are held at KCATA, 1350 E 17th Street, Kansas City, MO. 64108 unless otherwise indicated.

Procurement list


KCATA Construction Administration, Testing & Inspection

Bid # F23-7013-39A

Issue Date: Nov 30, 2023

Closing Date and Time: Dec 21, 2023 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Qualification

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is seeking proposals from qualified firms to perform construction administration, testing and inspection services during construction of the Kansas City Streetcar's Riverfront Extension (Package 5).  This project is funded in part by the Federal Transit Administration and all federal regulations will be required for this project.  There is a 30% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal established for this project.  Diverse firms are encouraged to participate in this project as prime contractors, subcontractors, or as part of a joint venture or partnership.  Questions regarding this project and the Scope of Work are due to Denise Adams on December 7, 2023, at 2:00 PM Central.  See attached soliciation for additional information. 

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15W40 Bulk Oil

Bid # G23-6004-33

Issue Date: Sep 14, 2023

Closing Date and Time: Oct 02, 2023 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Invitation For Bid

The Kansas City Area Tranportation Authority (KCATA) is solicitation proposals from qualified vendors as specified in the Scope of Work.  The release of this IFB solicitaton doesn not compel KCATA to purchase.

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Primary & Secondary Electrical Service Into Bldg.#2

Bid # F23-5007-36

Issue Date: Jul 18, 2023

Closing Date and Time: Aug 14, 2023 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Invitation For Bid

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is seeking qualified Contractors to provide installation of required electrical infrastructure, including concrete transformer pad,  condiutes, wiring, etc. All work shall conform to the specifications contained herein and the specifications issued by the Kansas City Metropolitan Chapter of the American Public Works Association and such modifications as may be required by the KCATA.

ALL OFFICIAL PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, DRAWINGS and ADDENDA will be published and available at the official plan room, KC Blueprint. 

http://planroom.kcblueprint.com/

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TOD RFQ FOR PROPERTIES GENERALLY LOCATED AT 2821 NE VIVION ROAD

Bid # 2023-03-24-A

Issue Date: Mar 24, 2023

Closing Date and Time: May 18, 2023 4:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Proposal

REQUEST FOR DEVELOPER QUALIFICATIONS AND CONCEPT PROPOSAL FOR TRANSIT ORIENTED COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (TOC) CONCEPT FOR MARKET RATE LAND SALE, LEASE, AND OR PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP SUBJECT TO THE KCATA BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS APPROVAL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR DISPOSITION OF SEVERAL PROPERTIES GENERALLY LOCATED AT 2821 NE VIVION ROAD, KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI 64119.

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MAIN STREET/TROOST MAX MARKER FOUNDATION REMOVAL

Bid # F23-5008-29A

Issue Date: Apr 27, 2023

Closing Date and Time: May 10, 2023 10:00 am

Opportunity Type: Written Quote

Removal of MAX branded marker footings and replacement with sidewalk

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KC Streetcar Riverfront Construction - Pkg 6

Bid # F23-5005-39A

Issue Date: Mar 20, 2023

Closing Date and Time: May 03, 2023 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Proposal

UPDATE 4/27/2023:  Addendum #3 has been issued and extends the Closing Date to 5/03/2023.  This addendum is available on the project's FTP site. 

UPDATE 4/21/2023:  Addendum #2 has been issued and is available on the project's FTP site. Plese see "Additional Information" attached below.  The closing date has been extended to May 1, 2023, at 2:00 PM Central

KCATA seeks a qualified contractor to construct the Kansas City Streetcar Riverfront Extension.  This is approximately 0.7 miles from the 3rd & Grand Boulevard near the River Market to Berkley Riverfront. The work includes bridge deck modifications; OCS pole and wire installation; TPSS installation; special track work construction; maintenance of traffic; lighting, signing, and striping; traffic signal upgrade and/or installation; public involvement; landscaping; and other general civil engineering construction items.  There is a 27% DBE participation goal on this project.  Due to the size of the documents, KCATA has created an FTP site to house all documents related to this project.  Please see the "Additional Information" document attached to this posting. 

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Paratransit Services for Independence, MO

Bid # F23-7002-32

Issue Date: Feb 17, 2023

Closing Date and Time: Mar 14, 2023 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Proposal

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA, ATA, Authority) is soliciting written proposals from qualified firms to provide paratransit services for Independence, Missouri.  The selected firm shall include professionals who demonstrate qualifications and experience in the transit disciplines as identified in this RFP.  This project is funded with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) grants and with local funding.  There is a 30% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) goal established for this project. 

See additional project information document attached.

Addendum No. 1 

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KCATA Traction Power Substation - KC Streetcar

Bid # F23-5003-39A

Issue Date: Jan 20, 2023

Closing Date and Time: Feb 21, 2023 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Invitation For Bid

***UPDATE 2/16/2023:  Bid closing date has been extended to 2:00 PM 2/21/2023***

KCATA is seeking a qualified contractor to provide a Traction Power Substation (TPSS) for the Kansas City Streetcar Riverfront Extension.  Contractor shall provide all equipment, tools, supplies, prevailing wage labor, supervision, insurance, warranties and bonds to perform this work from inception to final acceptance by KCATA.  A bid bond of 5% is required with bid submittal.  Performance Bond (100% of project) and Two-Year Maintenance Bond (100%) will also be required of selected Contractor. 

KCATA has established an FTP site for all soliciation documents.  Please see attached Information Sheet that include Pre-Bid and Bid Opening instructions.   If your firm is interested in receiving project updates, please email your company name, name of contact and contact information to Denise Adams. 

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KC Streetcar Real Time Arrival (RTA) Signage

Bid # RFP #001 (KCMO)

Issue Date: Jan 06, 2023

Closing Date and Time: Feb 10, 2023 12:00 am

Opportunity Type: Request For Proposal

This RFP for real time arrival signs (attached) is now available on the City of Kansas City, Missouri's (KCMO) planroom at http://www.kcmoplanroom.org.  All comments, questions and requests for clarificationare to be directed to the contract person as indicated in the RFP documents. 

This is a courtesy listing on behalf of KCMO and KC Streetcar.  KCATA is not a participant in this soliciation.   

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Pkg 4 - 112 Tram Expansion Joints

Bid # F23-5001-39A

Issue Date: Dec 08, 2022

Closing Date and Time: Jan 10, 2023 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Invitation For Bid

**UPDATE 12/28/2022:  Addendum #2 is attached and combined with Addendum #1

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is a bi-state agency offering mass transit service within the greater Kansas City metropolitan area.  KCATA is requesting that qualified contractors provide bids for KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension's Pkg 4 – 112 Tram Rail Expansion Joints.  The awarded contractor shall provide all equipment, tools, supplies, prevailing wage labor, supervision, insurance, warranties, and bonds to perform this work from inception to final acceptance by KCATA.

All bid documents are available in a secure FTP site.  Please see IFB Summary (attached below) for additional project information and project links. 

** UPDATE 12/20/2022:  Addendum #1 has been issued and is attached **

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Consultant to Develop an Updated Strategic Plan

Bid # F23-7001-31A

Issue Date: Dec 15, 2022

Closing Date and Time: Jan 06, 2023 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Request For Proposal

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is seeking proposals from qualified consultants or consultant teams to lead the KCATA in a strategic planning process that will result in a comprehensive update to the strategic plan. 

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KC Streetcar Track Material Early Procurement

Bid # F22-5026-39A

Issue Date: Oct 18, 2022

Closing Date and Time: Dec 02, 2022 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Invitation For Bid

**UPDATE 11/29/2022 :ADDENDUM #2 HAS BEEN ISSUED. IT IS COMBINED WITH ADDENDUM #1 THAT IS ATTCHED BELOW **

**THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING BIDS HAS BEEN EXTENDED TO 12/02/2022 AT 2:00 PM CENTRAL**

**THE DEADLINE FOR SUBMITTING QUESTIONS & REQUESTS FOR CLARIFICATION IS NOVEMBER 2, 2022 AT 5:00 PM CENTRAL**

This work shall consist of fabricating and delivering the special track work for the Kansas City Streetcar Riverfront Extension (RFE) and shall include rail, switch points, stock rails, frogs, diamonds, and Other Track Materials (OTM) required for installation on the KC Streetcar Riverfront Extension.

Please see the Additional Documents for Books 2 & 3 of IFB.  Link to Document is https://acrobat.adobe.com/link/review?uri=urn:aaid:scds:US:f78c76e0-b38f-3f46-8f85-f3e0fde2ee63

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KCATA On-Demand Transit Service

Bid # G22-7038-31A

Issue Date: Sep 23, 2022

Closing Date and Time: Nov 03, 2022 10:00 am

Opportunity Type: Request For Proposal

**THE CLOSING DATE HAS BEEN CHANGED TO 11/03/2022 @ 10:00 AM CENTRAL!!  The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is seeking a contractor to provide a turnkey solution for on-demand transit services in the Kansas City, Missouri area.  The selected contractor will be required to create, deploy, and operate an innovative mobility system which maximizes transit accessibility and quality of service by incorporating recent innovations in transit, notably the use of dynamic, on-demand flex service to complement traditional transit services.  

Firms interested in this procurement process and directly receiving additional information are encouraged to contact Denise Adams (.(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)) and provide your contact name, email address, firm name, and telephone number.  Please reference the RFP number in the email subject line. 

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112 Tram Rail Acquisition

Bid # F22-5018-39A

Issue Date: Jun 14, 2022

Closing Date and Time: Jul 20, 2022 2:00 pm

Opportunity Type: Invitation For Bid

The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority (KCATA) is seeking qualified Contractors to provide 112 Tram Rail for the Kansas City Streetcar Project - Riverfront Extension.  The rail must be compliant with the Buy America regulations in 49 C.F.R. 661 and 49 U.S.C. 5323(j).

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